PEMBERDAYAAN PENDERITA GANGGUAN JIWA MELALUI PELATIHAN KETERAMPILAN KERJA DI POSYANDU JIWA SEBAGAI UPAYA PEMULIHAN KESEHATAN JIWA

Abstract

People with mental disorders require comprehensive recovery interventions, such as community-based rehabilitation programs implemented at the Posyandu Jiwa (Healthy Community Empowerment Post). Posyandu Jiwa provides mental health services and monitoring, as well as job skills training that can increase the independence of those with mental disorders. This community service activity aims to empower people with mental disorders through job skills training at the Posyandu Jiwa as an effort to restore mental health. The activity method consists of preparation, implementation, and program evaluation stages. The job skills training provided included making tie-dye batik, ecoprinting techniques using leaves on tote bags, making tissue holders and pencil cases from used materials, and making doormats from scrap fabric. The results of the activity showed increased motivation, social engagement, and independence of the participants. Optimizing Posyandu Jiwa services with job skills training can support the recovery of people with mental disorders. Continued support from the government, the involvement of professionals, the role of families and communities, and establishing partnerships with the business sector are needed to improve the recovery of social functions and economic independence comprehensively.